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SK07 OFU

2007 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

142,691 mi
Last recorded142,691 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 2007 BMW 5 Series106,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK07 OFU
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 142,691 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2020 142,691 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 128,510 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 128,510 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 113,911 miles

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 100,350 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 9 Mar 2017 100,350 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2016 85,051 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 30 Mar 2016 85,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2015 69,674 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 69,674 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Mar 2014 54,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 46,847 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 46,847 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,560 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 May 2011 26,869 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 May 2011 26,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 May 2010 17,459 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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SK07 OFU is a 2007 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2007 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 106,963 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK07 OFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 19 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK07 OFU registered?

SK07 OFU is a 2007 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 24 May 2007.

Is SK07 OFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK07 OFU shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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